Cincinnati, Ohio – The Castellini Group of Companies, one of the largest fresh produce distributors in the United States, announced the appointment of Brian Kocher to a newly created position of chief operating officer.
“As chief operating officer, he will help us continue to focus on growth, operational efficiencies and effectiveness and adding customer value,” said Bill Schuler, Castellini Group of Companies President and CEO. “Brian’s extensive operations and sales experience combined with his financial acumen will help the Castellini Group of Companies continue its success as we move to new markets and pursue new business opportunities. We are excited to have Brian join our team.”
Kocher most recently was interim CEO of Chiquita Brands International. Prior to that he held a variety of positions at Chiquita including chief operating officer, chief financial officer, president of North America operations and president of Europe and the Middle East operations. Kocher is the incoming chairman of the United Fresh Produce Association.
About the Castellini Group of Companies
Founded in 1896 on the original Cincinnati produce terminal market, Castellini Company is one of the oldest companies in the produce industry. Today, the Castellini Group of Companies combine to form one of the largest distributors of fresh produce in the United States, with more than 2,500 fresh fruit and vegetable products including a complete line of fresh-cut, value-added, organic, specialty, locally grown products, and transportation services for the retail and foodservice markets. For more information on the Castellini Group of Companies, visit www.Castellinigroup.com.
Source: Castellini Group of Companies